Banff’s Christmas Season Revealed - These Events Stand Out This Year

Hi everyone! Here's What’s Happening This Week!

The festive guide for Banff and Lake Louise is now available, giving a helpful overview of the seasonal lineup. Think markets, winter lights, special dinners, and family-friendly outdoor activities. It's a good reference if you're planning time off, hosting visitors, or simply looking to enjoy the atmosphere around town.

If skiing is on your radar, the Fairmont Banff Springs Ski & Stay discount may be worth checking out. It's one of the simplest ways to build a winter trip: stay at the hotel, get breakfast, and head straight to the mountain. DIRECT Bookings Only.

There's also a food tour that's ideal for visitors and locals who want to get to know Banff's dining scene in a relaxed way. It's designed to help you try a selection of must-try Canadian dishes while exploring a few spots in town at a comfortable pace.

Scroll below for today's events and the full lineup for the week.

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How far is Canmore from Banff by road?

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1. Which hill should I hit if I'm new to skiing? Two nearby resorts make learning painless (and even fun). See where first-timers find their groove.

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📰News

🌟 Banff and Lake Louise launch festive guide for 2025. The region’s official holiday itinerary is out, featuring must-see attractions like “In Search of Christmas Spirit,” Banff’s European-style market, and a country Christmas dinner at Lake Louise. Get the full holiday details.

🐻 First grizzly killed under Alberta's new wildlife program. The province confirms its Wildlife Management Responder Network has lethally removed one grizzly after livestock attacks - the first since the program began. Critics say prevention beats bullets. Learn more about the program.

🦌 Jasper issues winter driving reminder as snow sets in. Parks Canada says winter tires or chains are mandatory until April 1 on key park roads. Travellers should pack a winter car kit, check forecasts, and expect snowy conditions. See the full winter update.

🏕️ Your dream campsite is just an alert away. Alberta Parks’ new 2025 notifications tell you when your must-have site is suddenly free - no more refresh frenzy! Check “Camping This Weekend” for last-minute adventures. Learn more and get exploring.

🎖️ Banff wardens celebrated for decades of service. Ten Banff National Park wardens were among 34 honoured nationwide with the Peace Officer Exemplary Service Medal for protecting people, wildlife, and wilderness. Their dedication spans over 20 years each. See the full list of honourees.

🍕Food & Drink

🍸 TRIBUTE Banff 2026 set to shake up SnowDays Festival. This two-day outdoor celebration on Bear Street will showcase Banff’s best chefs, bartenders, and brewers with signature bites, craft cocktails, live music, and firelit fun. Tickets are $30, including tastings and a souvenir glass. Get all the delicious details here.

⏰ Taste for Adventure ends November 6, 2025. Clock's ticking for exclusive Banff and Lake Louise Taste for Adventure menus. Final bites wrap up on November 6, 2025, with chef specials, one-off dishes, and delicious deals. Rally your crew and book a table now. Feast before it disappears.

✈️Book Your Trip

🍽️ Figuring out food in Banff? This tour takes you to the right places. If you're unsure about where to eat or what counts as Canadian cuisine, consider booking a tour to try local favourites such as poutine & caesars. Check it out

🎿 Wake Up on the Slopes: Sunshine Mountain Lodge is Alberta's only ski-in, ski-out hotel. If you're a skier who hates the morning rush, it doesn't get better than this. Then, once the lifts stop, it's just the guests, the snow, and the mountains. Find out more.

🌄 Only have one day to see Banff? Explore Banff's Best Sights in a Day. This small-group tour covers iconic sights such as Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon, and more. Book by October 31 to save.

🌲 Looking for snow, comfort and convenience? The Fairmont Banff Springs deal has it all - prime ski-resort access, gourmet breakfast and one of the most iconic hotels in the Rockies. Grab the Ski & Stay offer and save 30% on your mountain getaway. Read what people are saying.

🗓️ Plan Your Trip

🌞 Banff in August: What You Need to Know. It’s peak summer and Banff is bursting with energy, colour, and crowds! Learn how to dodge the chaos, find quiet trails, and catch the best of the season’s magic - read the full guide.

🍽️ Banff Food and Drink Guide 2025. Planning where to eat just got easier! From mountain-view fine dining to campfire cookouts and local distilleries, this guide helps you map out every delicious stop - start planning your foodie adventure.

🏔️ Three Sisters Viewpoint Trail, Canmore. This short 1.1 km trail serves up one of Canmore’s most iconic views! Catch the Three Sisters reflected perfectly in a still pond and feel that golden-hour glow. Pure mountain magic - see how to find it.

🔔Reminders

♨️ Banff Upper Hot Springs update. The Hot Springs remain closed for maintenance and upgrades until December 2025.

🚧 Highwood Pass annual closure. Highway 40 between Peter Lougheed Park and Highwood House will be closed to vehicles from December 1 to June 20.

🔧 Banff Gondola annual closure. The Banff Gondola will be closed from Nov 10-21, 2025, for its annual maintenance period, reopening on Nov 22.

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📸 Canmore’s most photogenic bridge awaits. Framed by Ha Ling & the Three Sisters, the Engine Bridge is a peaceful riverside walk. Explore this landmark.

💧 Drought grips Calgary and the Rockies. Experts warn the “exceptionally dry” spell isn’t ending soon. Find out what this means for Alberta’s winter.

🐴 Think you’ve seen Banff in winter? Think again. This private sleigh ride swaps noise for stillness, offering mountain views and wildlife glimpses - check it out.

🎸Events, Activities & Live Music

📅 Today’s Events are listed below. To view future events, visit our website.

BANFF EVENTS | CANMORE EVENTS | JASPER EVENTS

📅 To view all future events, visit our website.

BANFF EVENTS | CANMORE EVENTS | JASPER EVENTS

🍺 Happy Hours & Food Specials

Our Happy Hours listings have moved. To view a complete list of this week's happy hours, visit our Happy Hour pages.  BANFF HAPPY HOURS | CANMORE HAPPY HOURS

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